EPL

Manchester United release Bobby Charlton tribute before win over Sheffield United

By Asuquo

Posted on October 21, 2023

English Premier League giants , Manchester United FC on Saturday, October 21 released tribute in honour of deceased Club legend, Sir Bobby Charlton.

The United legend passed away hours before the Red Devils faced Sheffield United FC in the English Premier League on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Bramall Lane.

Scott Mctominay was hero in villain in the first half, scoring the opening goal before conceding a penalty for the Sheffield United FC equalizer minutes later as it finished 1-1 at the break.

Portuguese full-back Diego Dalot curled home a brilliant match-winner for Manchester United in the final quarter.

it finished 1-2 on a night Manchester United FC and the football community mourned the passing away of Sir Bobby Charlton.

In a club statement published just before kick-off at Bramall Lane, Manchester United FC wrote ” He was admired as much for his sportsmanship and integrity as he was for his outstanding qualities as a footballer; Sir Bobby will always be remembered as a giant of the game.

“A graduate of our youth Academy, Sir Bobby played 758 games and scored 249 goals during 17 years as a Manchester United player, winning the European Cup, three league titles and the FA Cup. For England, he won 106 caps and scored 49 goals, and won the 1966 World Cup.

“Following his retirement, he went on to serve the club with distinction as a director for 39 years. His unparalleled record of achievement, character and service will be forever etched in the history of Manchester United and English football; and his legacy will live on through the life-changing work of the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation.

“The club’s heartfelt sympathies are with his wife Lady Norma, his daughters and grandchildren, and all who loved him.“